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Taking a Closer Look at Hemp
The interest and use of hemp products have grown exponentially over the past several decades as the understanding of the plant’s bioactives continues to garner attention. First thing, the difference between hemp and marijuana must be established given their relation to the Cannabis industry and legal considerations. Both hemp and marijuana come from the same…
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7 Tips to Reduce Stress this Holiday Season
The holiday season has traditionally come with loads of stress, and now we’re adding the complications of a pandemic to the mix. Overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Holiday stress is a real thing, particularly magnified this year, but something that can be managed with a few tips and tricks.
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New Endocannabinoid Inhibitor Connected To Fear Extinction
A new study on fear extinction out of the Netherlands has uncovered a link between the endocannabinoid anandamide and fear in the context of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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New Study Reveals How Cannabidiol Alters Brain Activity
In a recent report published in Psychological Medicine, researchers performed fMRI scans to measure brain activity in 13 patients suffering from an acute manic episode. Senior author, Professor Sagnik Bhattacharyya, from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London and his team observed how the endocannabinoid system could be altered in these…
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Cannabinoids: The Ultimate Guide
What is all the fuss about cannabinoids? Is it all about cannabis or is there more to the hype? These are common questions, and for good reason. Although cannabinoids were pinpointed thanks to research into cannabis, cannabinoids are proving to be a treasure trove for deep exploration into holistic health and well-being. In this ultimate…
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Cannabis Sativa: History, Chemistry & Uses
Hemp and marijuana are both from the same Cannabis sativa plant, but hemp is marijuana’s non-psychoactive cousin mostly used for the extraction of cannabinoids. As legislation around hemp and marijuana change in the US, it’s important to understand the history and to know the difference between the plants.
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Hemp 101
The interest and use of hemp products have grown exponentially over the past several decades as the understanding of the plant’s bioactives continues to garner attention. First thing, the difference between hemp and marijuana must be established given their relation to the Cannabis industry and legal considerations. Both hemp and marijuana come from the same…
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Study Links Lack of Motivation to Inflammation
A new study published in the journal Trends in Cognitive Sciences has established a link between our dopaminergic drive (the motivation to do things) and chronic low-grade inflammation. The hypothesis presented by the researchers from Emory University is that “inflammatory cytokines signal immunometabolic shifts,” which directly impact mesolimbic dopamine (DA). The mesolimbic pathway, also referred…